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Live blog: Raila Odinga's grave digging begins in Bondo
President William Ruto leads the viewing of the late Raila Odinga’s body, followed by Mama Ida Odinga, their children Winnie Odinga and Raila Junior,.
By 3 days ago
Live blog: Raila Odinga's grave digging begins in Bondo
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This man Raila Amollo Odinga
Raila Odinga dies at 80 years old, leaving behind an indelible mark on Kenya’s political history.
By 5 days ago
This man Raila Amollo Odinga
Parliament adjourns sitting to 2.30pm following Raila's death
National Assembly adjourns morning sitting following Raila Odinga’s death, Speaker Wetang’ula directs members to reconvene later at 2.30pm for official communication.
By 5 days ago
Parliament adjourns sitting to 2.30pm following Raila's death
Heated exchanges as Duale, MPs clash during Health Committee session
Reimbursement inconsistencies, discrimination in patient transfers and cost-of-care gaps among challenges hospitals face under SHA, Health Committee says.
By 6 days ago
Heated exchanges as Duale, MPs clash during Health Committee session
Boys and girls unite to mark International Day of the Girl Child
In Kibera, Polycom Girls, in partnership with Room to Read, transformed the theme into a lived experience through storytelling, mentorship, and creativity.
By 6 days ago
Boys and girls unite to mark International Day of the Girl Child
Man attacks, kills GSU officer at State House
GSU officer manning Gate D at State House stabbed to death by a man who allegedly attempted to gain entry, police say suspect in custody.
By 6 days ago
Man attacks, kills GSU officer at State House
DP Kindiki calls out opposition for politicising Raila's health
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has criticised opposition leaders for what he termed "cheap politics" over the health of ODM leader Raila Odinga.
By 6 days ago
DP Kindiki calls out opposition for politicising Raila's health
Nyamira trails in voter registration so far - IEBC
Only 20,754 Kenyans have registered as voters in first two weeks of nationwide exercise, against a target of 6.8 million; Nyamira trails with just 18, IEBC says.
By 9 days ago
Nyamira trails in voter registration so far - IEBC
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Explained: What Kenya's assumption of COMESA chairmanship means
Kenya, as host of the 24th Summit, will therefore take over the leadership of the regional market.
By 11 days ago
Explained: What Kenya's assumption of COMESA chairmanship means
'Keep Raila's name out of your mouth!' - Shariff fires back at Gachagua
In what appeared to be a direct jab at Gachagua, an angry Shariff said, “Please let the name of Raila Odinga stay out of your mouths. He is not of your level.”
By 13 days ago
'Keep Raila's name out of your mouth!' - Shariff fires back at Gachagua
KMPDU slams governors over remarks on Kiambu infant deaths
KMPDU condemns CoG for dismissing infant deaths at Kiambu Level 4 Hospital, demands public apology and urgent talks to restore county healthcare services.
By 13 days ago
KMPDU slams governors over remarks on Kiambu infant deaths
Brace for heavy rains and strong winds - weatherman
The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rainfall advisory for several parts of the country, warning of possible floods and strong winds over the weekend.
By 16 days ago
Brace for heavy rains and strong winds - weatherman
Explained: How telecom engineers keep you connected
Security analysts monitor for threats that could compromise calls, data, or even mobile money apps.
By 16 days ago
Explained: How telecom engineers keep you connected
Five suspects in custody over alleged SHA fraud, DCI says
DCI says five suspects in custody in alleged SHA fraud probe involving 1,188 files, to face charges including corruption and money laundering.
By 16 days ago
Five suspects in custody over alleged SHA fraud, DCI says
Kenya seeks Uganda's help to trace Njagi, Oyoo allegedly abducted in Kampala
Kenyan government engaging Ugandan authorities on whereabouts of activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, reportedly abducted on Wednesday, PS Sing’oei says.
By 16 days ago
Kenya seeks Uganda's help to trace Njagi, Oyoo allegedly abducted in Kampala
Nairobi Water announces supply interruption across city estates
Nairobi Water issues notice of planned supply interruption from Friday to Saturday to facilitate Kigoro-Gigiri-Kabete pipeline interconnection.
By 17 days ago
Nairobi Water announces supply interruption across city estates
Government, UASU clash over unpaid dues
But UASU has flatly rejected the CS’s position, insisting that no money has been paid and the entire Sh7.9 billion is still owed. 
By 18 days ago
Government, UASU clash over unpaid dues
How Meru County is responding to rising teenage pregnancies
Meru Deputy Governor Linda Koome attributed the crisis to cultural practices, poverty, and risky environments that expose children to exploitation.
By 20 days ago
How Meru County is responding to rising teenage pregnancies
Indian teen jailed for trafficking doping substances in Kenya
Court jails 18-year-old Indian national Aman Malik for four years for unlawfully importing and transporting doping substances.
By 23 days ago
Indian teen jailed for trafficking doping substances in Kenya
Police appeal for leads in Narok woman's assault
Police urge public to share information to aid in arresting suspects filmed assaulting a woman in Narok, condemn act as barbaric, and vow justice.
By 23 days ago
Police appeal for leads in Narok woman's assault
KWS cancels free entry to Lake Nakuru National Park
There will be no free entry to Lake Nakuru National Park tomorrow except for visitors with prepaid e-Citizen tickets, KWS says.
By 23 days ago
KWS cancels free entry to Lake Nakuru National Park
Condoms remain most popular contraceptives among unmarried women - report
At least 6.6 million women in Kenya are currently using modern contraceptives.
By 24 days ago
Condoms remain most popular contraceptives among unmarried women - report
Explained: Why Africa may miss out on UN Security Council seat
Both experts agree that while Africa’s demand for representation is legitimate, the priority should be consolidating and strengthening the African Union to bolster the continent’s bargaining power.
By 26 days ago
Explained: Why Africa may miss out on UN Security Council seat
Experts warn Murkomen's 'fuel money' remarks could normalise bribery
Transparency International Kenya (TI) told The Standard that asking for “fuel money” from citizens squarely qualifies as corruption.
By 29 days ago
Experts warn Murkomen's 'fuel money' remarks could normalise bribery
High Court nullifies Kakamega County Pension Scheme Act
High Court nullifies Kakamega County Pension Scheme Act, 2022; rules that only SRC has the mandate to review remuneration for State officers.
By 1 month ago
High Court nullifies Kakamega County Pension Scheme Act
Experts: Why Matiang'i is seen as a political threat
This could mean that the near 100 per cent support Odinga previously enjoyed in Nyanza might split, potentially in half or even more, with Matiang’i taking the lion’s share.
By 1 month ago
Experts: Why Matiang'i is seen as a political threat
Absa Bank appoints Mohamed Nyaoga as board chair
Former CBK chairperson Mohamed Nyaoga appointed Absa Bank Board chair, effective October 1, he replaces Charles Muchene who has been at the helm for nine years.
By 1 month ago
Absa Bank appoints Mohamed Nyaoga as board chair
Court overturns DPP decision to drop Oparanya graft charges
Court nullifies ODPP decision to withdraw corruption and abuse of office charges against MSMEs CS Oparanya, rules move as unconstitutional and irregular.
By 1 month ago
Court overturns DPP decision to drop Oparanya graft charges
Governors urge counties to ignore notice on ambulance registration
Council of Governors urges counties to ignore KMPDC notice on ambulance registration, says it has no power to enforce such requirements.
By 1 month ago
Governors urge counties to ignore notice on ambulance registration
Ruto allocates 20pc of affordable houses to teachers
Teachers to receive 20 per cent of all affordable houses under new MoU with Housing Board, President Ruto says move aims to guarantee them a decent living.
By 1 month ago
Ruto allocates 20pc of affordable houses to teachers
SHA appoints new directors
SHA appoints four new directors; Board Chairperson Abdi Mohamed says new appointees to help steer authority’s mandate of providing financial risk protection.
By 1 month ago
SHA appoints new directors
Lawyers to stage protests following Kyalo Mbobu's murder
Lawyers to hold nationwide protests tomorrow over killing of advocate Kyalo Mbobu, LSK President Odhiambo demands justice and prosecution of perpetrators.
By 1 month ago
Lawyers to stage protests following Kyalo Mbobu's murder
Revealed: What caused lawyer Kyalo Mbobu's death
Lawyer Kyalo Mbobu died from excessive bleeding and severe injuries after being shot eight times, two bullets recovered, Government Pathologist Johansen Oduor confirms.
By 1 month ago
Revealed: What caused lawyer Kyalo Mbobu's death
In photos: Ruto receives newly-appointed ambassadors
President William Ruto received credentials from eight newly appointed ambassadors at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday, September 10.
By 1 month ago
In photos: Ruto receives newly-appointed ambassadors
NACADA seizes illicit alcohol, arrests three in Kawangware
NACADA seizes 450 drums of illicit alcohol, 300 bags of molasses, and 1000 litres of ready-to-sell chang’aa in a raid in Kawangware, Nairobi County, arrests three suspects linked to the operation.
By 1 month ago
NACADA seizes illicit alcohol, arrests three in Kawangware
Media Council on the spot over support for Faith Odhiambo's place in Ruto panel
In its strongly worded statement, MCK accused sections of the media of “unprofessional conduct” and hypocrisy for what it termed as attempts to “vilify” Odhiambo.
By 1 month ago
Media Council on the spot over support for Faith Odhiambo's place in Ruto panel
Explainer: What to expect during the Blood Moon eclipse
For those in Nairobi, the eclipse will start to occur at around 6:28 p.m. and reach its maximum eclipse at 9:12 p.m., before coming to an end.
By 1 month ago
Explainer: What to expect during the Blood Moon eclipse
'Kenya is borrowing Sh3.4 billion every day' - Ndindi Nyoro
Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has criticised the government for what he terms as an over-reliance on public debt, warning that it risks over burdening future generations.
By 1 month ago
'Kenya is borrowing Sh3.4 billion every day' - Ndindi Nyoro
Ogamba: Investigation on 'ghost' schools to be completed tomorrow
A report on ghost schools by the Ministry of Education is set to be released on Friday, September 4, Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has said.
By 1 month ago
Ogamba: Investigation on 'ghost' schools to be completed tomorrow
Henry Tanui appointed new Hustler Fund CEO
Hustler Fund Board appoints Henry Tanui as new CEO for a three-year renewable term, he takes over from Elizabeth Nkukuu.
By 1 month ago
Henry Tanui appointed new Hustler Fund CEO
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